ASGE Masterclass: Colonoscopy (On-Demand) | January 2022-Accreditation Statement

Accreditation Statement

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The ASGE Masterclass: Colonoscopy is an educational program aimed at providing gastroenterologists with current techniques, tips, and trends in colonoscopy. The course emphasizes the increasing prevalence of colorectal cancer (CRC) in adults aged 40 to 54 and the need to align colonoscopy trends with CRC incidence patterns. The growing market for colonoscopy devices is driven by factors such as the rising prevalence of colorectal cancer, the preference for minimally invasive techniques, and technological advancements. The course explores the future emergence of frontline therapies and the use of colonoscopy expansion. It also discusses the potential of AI colonoscopes to increase colorectal polyp detection rates using artificial intelligence. The learning objectives include outlining quality indicators of colonoscopy, updating surveillance guidelines, and advances in bowel preparation; reviewing principles and techniques for adenoma detection, real-time histology, and polypectomy; interpreting various cases, videos, and images from colonoscopy procedures; and reviewing principles of managing complications and antithrombotics. Participants can claim up to 7.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for completing the course. To access the course materials and claim credits, participants need to complete an online evaluation survey through the ASGE Learning Management System. The course planners and faculty members have disclosed any relevant financial relationships and are committed to delivering high-level scientific evidence and adhering to neutrality. Overall, the ASGE Masterclass: Colonoscopy aims to provide gastroenterologists with valuable knowledge and skills to improve their practice and patient care.

Keywords

ASGE Masterclass: Colonoscopy

gastroenterologists

colonoscopy trends

colorectal cancer

minimally invasive techniques

technological advancements

AI colonoscopes

colorectal polyp detection rates

learning objectives

patient care